Please note candidates with primarily software backgrounds will not be a fit for the role. Title: Senior Engineering Manager (open to director level)Location: Chicago, IL – 5 days in office Overview:We are supporting a next-generation energy company seeking a Senior Engineering Manager that will lead engineering from concept through production-ready systems, owning scope and driving system-level execution while providing hands-on technical leadership and problem-solving. Core Responsibilities Lead engineering efforts across the full lifecycle: concept development, detailed design, and progression to production‑ready systemsOwn and manage scope within the engineering domainProvide day‑to‑day technical leadership and guidance, including reviewing engineering work and supporting problem‑solvingBe hands‑on for the next 6–12 months, actively involved in technical work while setting direction and standardsGuide engineering deliverables at the product/system level, not just concept or analysisLead the organization through critical development phases toward execution and deploymentManages an engineering organization of ~15–20 engineers (not all direct reports) Requirements Must be based in Illinois (relocation support is limited)15-25 years of engineering experience, must have been in this role before (or a very close equivalent)Strong hands‑on engineering background, ideally within nuclear or highly regulated engineering environments.An engineer who has done the work and led teams through full product lifecycles.Experience advancing programs from conception through production, not isolated phasesHas previously managed a team. Salary: $180,000–$220,000 baseBonus: no annual bonus at this timePlease note candidates with primarily software backgrounds will not find it aligned with their experience.

Our client develops, builds, owns, and operates Landfill & Dairy RNG facilities across the US. They just received significant financial backing and are looking to bring on a VP of Engineering to oversee their RNG projects across the USA. What You'll Be Doing: Oversee and coordinate third-party engineering vendorsManage relationships with key equipment suppliersReview and approve engineering designs and deliverablesMaintain and oversee technical documentation processesDevelop and implement commissioning strategiesEstablish and enforce quality control proceduresLead and coordinate project commissioning activitiesFacilitate hazard and operability (HAZOP) assessmentsOversee the creation and review of shop drawings What You'll Need: Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical, or related Engineering degree 5-10 years of Engineering leadership experience, PE preferred but not required. MUST have RNG experience, managing projects from cradle to grave. Why You'll Love this Opportunity: Work fully remotely, with a remote-first team, + travel as needed!Strong project pipeline & financial backing!Full medical, dental, vision, & 401k!Work with an amazing & passionate team, supporting the clean energy transition across the USA!

My client is a rapidly growing advanced energy and engineering technology company operating in a highly regulated industry. As the organization continues to scale its operations and commercial activities, they are seeking an EHS Lead to support environmental, health, and safety compliance initiatives across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, mission-driven organization at an exciting stage of growth. Key Responsibilities Support environmental, health, and safety compliance programs across multiple projects and facilities, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.Coordinate and maintain permits, licenses, regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and required EHS records.Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS policies, procedures, work instructions, and training programs.Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and compliance reviews, identifying risks and supporting corrective actions.Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action tracking, and regulatory reporting as required.Monitor regulatory changes and support the implementation of new compliance requirements across the organization.Partner with engineering, operations, and project teams to promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with EHS standards.Support interactions with regulatory agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders, and assist in preparing reports, metrics, and presentations related to EHS performance. Qualifications 8+ years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience in a regulated industrial environment.Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulatory requirements.Experience supporting permitting, compliance documentation, audits, and regulatory reporting.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS documentation systems.Experience within nuclear, energy, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or similarly regulated industries is highly desirable.